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Did Real Assets Provide an Inflation Hedge When Investors Needed it Most?

Real assets' first test in modern times started in 2021. Did they perform as hoped?

Beyond the Hype: Do Hedge Funds Deliver Value?

Skill and alpha are scarce and difficult to obtain in the hedge fund market.

A Guide for Investment Analysts: The Prehistory of the US Markets

This historical narrative uncovers lessons crucial for modern analysts navigating an ever-changing landscape.

Balancing Innovation and Trust: Jason Hsu on Technology and the Future of the Investment Industry

Our Conversations with Frank Fabozzi, CFA series aims to bring leading experts in finance and economics into dialogue to explore critical issues shaping the industry's future.

Top 10 Posts from 2024: Private Markets, Stocks for the Long Run, Cap Rates, and Howard Marks

Discover the most-read financial insights of 2024, covering a range of topics including private markets, investment risks, and generational wealth. These popular articles showcase key trends and expert perspectives that captivated readers this year.

Editor’s Picks: Top 3 Book Reviews of 2024 and a Sneak Peek at 2025

What books reviewed in 2024 stand out for their applicability to practical issues confronting investment decision-makers?

Navigating Troubled Waters: What the Surge in Bankruptcy Filings Means for the Economy

Bankruptcy filings are surging. As we brace for what lies ahead, it's essential to recognize the potential for a repeat of past crises and prepare accordingly.

Low Probability of Loss: Why It Doesn’t Equal Low Risk in Investing

In golf, a hole-in-one is a remarkable feat. The odds? Roughly one in 850,000 from a distance of 150 yards – practically a statistical anomaly. Yet, the 2023 LPGA tour recorded 20 such occurrences. How can this… READ MORE ›

Escaping the Benchmark Trap: A Guide for Smarter Investing

Is it time to eschew the benchmark trap in favor of Warren Buffett's rule, "Don't lose capital?"

Are Institutional Investors Meeting Their Goals? Spotlight on Earnings Objectives

Insitutional investors who have doggedly pursued active management should heed the advice of tennis great Bill Tilden: “Never change a winning game; always change a losing one.”